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Public affairs vice chancellor addresses underage drinking

By Robert Hill

The current discussion in the media and on campus of the University of Pittsburgh's student drinking-related police procedures presents an opportunity to clarify and explain the University's position.

Pitt has long been a leader in its efforts to discourage underage drinking. Just last year, in fact, the University's successes "in promoting a vibrant intellectual and social campus climate that de-emphasizes the role of alcohol" were recognized through the receipt of the 2009 Gordie Award. That award is presented by six major national higher education organizations and is named in the memory of a University of Colorado undergraduate who died of alcohol poisoning following a fraternity hazing incident.

From the outset of their Pitt educational experience, students are informed that drinking to excess at any age endangers health, jeopardizes academic success, undermines relationships, and, more generally, does not mix well with anything.

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Many Pittsburghers know Vice Chancellor for Public Affairs Robert Hill as Pitt’s official spokesperson. Throughout his 37 years in higher education administration, Hill has inspired, established, supported, and sustained the highest standards of quality, innovation, and effectiveness in university communications.